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Giving FAQs
What is The New York Community Trust?


What kinds of funds can I set up?


Why should I choose The Trust over a private foundation?


How do I open a fund?


How much do I need to set up a fund?


What kind of assets may I use to open a fund?


Is there an annual fee?


I need to set up a fund quickly. How long will it take?


May I select the name of the fund?


How long does the fund have to remain open?


Can I change how my fund is invested?


May I make a grant to an organization that is in a foreign country?


Our children are still young but we want them to be involved in our fund when they grow up or if something happens to us. Can we do that with a fund?


I live outside the five boroughs. Can I use The Trust?


What’s the difference between The New York Community Trust and Community Funds, Inc.?


Should I select Community Funds or The New York Community Trust?


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